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It was first synthesized in 1944 and was approved for medical use in the United States in 1955. It was originally sold by Swiss company CIBA (now Novartis).<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors=((Lange, K. W.)), ((Reichl, S.)), ((Lange, K. M.)), ((Tucha, L.)), ((Tucha, O.)) | journal=ADHD Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorders | title=The history of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder | volume=2 | issue=4 | pages=241–255 | date= December 2010 | url=http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s12402-010-0045-8 | issn=1866-6116 | doi=10.1007/s12402-010-0045-8}}</ref> It is approved for treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It is often used by students with or without ADHD as a cognitive enhancer and study aid.

[[Subjective effects]] include [[stimulation]], [[focus enhancement]], [[motivation enhancement]], [[increased libido]], [[appetite suppression]], and [[euphoria]]. It is usually taken orally, but can also be [[Routes of administration|insufflated or administered rectally]]. The effects are comparable to those of amphetamine; however, it is reported to produce less euphoria and generally have less recreational value. Some users also report it produces a stronger comedown relative to amphetamine.

[[Subjective effects]] include [[stimulation]], [[focus enhancement]], [[motivation enhancement]], [[increased libido]], [[appetite suppression]], and [[euphoria]]. It is usually taken orally, but can also be [[Routes of administration|insufflated or administered rectally]]. The effects are comparable to those of amphetamine; however, it is reported to produce less euphoria and generally have less recreational value. Some users also report it produces a stronger comedown relative to amphetamine especially with high doses.

It has moderate abuse potential. Chronic use (i.e. high dose, repeat administration) is associated with [[compulsive redosing]], escalating tolerance, and psychological dependence. It is highly advised to use [[harm reduction]] practices if using this substance.

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 It was first synthesized in 1944 and was approved for medical use in the United States in 1955. It was originally sold by Swiss company CIBA (now Novartis).<ref>{{cite journal | vauthors=((Lange, K. W.)), ((Reichl, S.)), ((Lange, K. M.)), ((Tucha, L.)), ((Tucha, O.)) | journal=ADHD Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorders | title=The history of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder | volume=2 | issue=4 | pages=241–255 | date= December 2010 | url=http://link.springer.com/10.1007/s12402-010-0045-8 | issn=1866-6116 | doi=10.1007/s12402-010-0045-8}}</ref> It is approved for treatment of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and narcolepsy. It is often used by students with or without ADHD as a cognitive enhancer and study aid.
-[[Subjective effects]] include [[stimulation]], [[focus enhancement]], [[motivation enhancement]], [[increased libido]], [[appetite suppression]], and [[euphoria]]. It is usually taken orally, but can also be [[Routes of administration|insufflated or administered rectally]]. The effects are comparable to those of amphetamine; however, it is reported to produce less euphoria and generally have less recreational value. Some users also report it produces a stronger comedown relative to amphetamine.
+[[Subjective effects]] include [[stimulation]], [[focus enhancement]], [[motivation enhancement]], [[increased libido]], [[appetite suppression]], and [[euphoria]]. It is usually taken orally, but can also be [[Routes of administration|insufflated or administered rectally]]. The effects are comparable to those of amphetamine; however, it is reported to produce less euphoria and generally have less recreational value. Some users also report it produces a stronger comedown relative to amphetamine especially with high doses.
 It has moderate abuse potential. Chronic use (i.e. high dose, repeat administration) is associated with [[compulsive redosing]], escalating tolerance, and psychological dependence. It is highly advised to use [[harm reduction]] practices if using this substance.